The book of revelation is the last book he wrote around 96 ad. Revelation 422, reveals the future end time events that extend into the future unto eternity and establishes this as the end of gods revelation to man. This is the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. The crowned conqueror on the white horse armed with a bow, revelation 6. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. You can find the best commentary on revelation for. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he sawthat is, the word of god and the testimony of jesus christ. Asia in this book is part of the country that we now call turkey. My copy 1983 reprint is fairly well marked, the spine is broken and pages are falling out. This name indicates the meaning of revelation it uncovers matters that had been hidden and discloses events that would happen long after it was written. Some commentaries refer to it as sira, which is the hebrew family name of the author. Revelation then begins to chronicle the events that will occur, beginning with the breaking of the seven seals. The versebyverse commentary on revelation introduction this commentary on revelation will prove, contrary to what most people think, that the revelation, the last book of the bible, is not difficult to understand if we will take a simple, facevalue, commonsense approach to interpreting it.
While the commentary is quite aware that john stands on the foundation of the hebrew bible and that there is parallel material in other jewish apocalypses, mounce wrote his initial version of this commentary prior to the rise of scholarly preoccupation with. He sent an angel to present this revelation to his servant john. Useful bible studies revelation commentary chapter 1. You may kindly select the desired chapter to proceed with the bible study. He describes himself as their brother in the family of god. Enduring word bible commentary revelation chapter 1. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology. Commentary on the bible book of revelation index to the. Although its visions often seem bizarre to the western reader, fortunately the book provides a number of clues for its own interpretation e. And we will discover how to apply the truths of revelation. Unlike most books of the bible, revelation contains its own title. Revelation overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. The book of revelation and work bible commentary theology of.
The revelation of jesus christ, translated part of the series. The sixth angel sounds, and the four angels bound in the euphrates are loosed, revelation 9. Read revelation 4 kjv along with a helpful commentary. The seals represent conditions that must first occur before god brings his final judgment upon the world. In the study of any book of the bible or any topic of scripture, a certain amount of ground work is needed for understanding, orientation, and motivation.
Easyenglish is a system of simple english designed by wycliffe associates uk. A testimony of jesus christ is a commentary that explains some. The last book of the apocrypha is known by many names. Keener focuses on the themes in revelation, including prayer, suffering in light of hope, and how the.
Revelation 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Let his enemies boast and rage ever so much in the intermediate time, yet he is both the alpha, or beginning, and the omega, or end, of all things. Jul 01, 2002 this versebyverse commentary offers a textfocused and christcentered approach to the book of revelation. A bible study in easyenglish 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Jun 20, 2009 preparing a top 5 list of commentaries on the book of revelation is extremely challenging in a number of ways. I have already listened to his learn the bible in 24hrs commentary 3 times, and i just finished my second round of his book of revelation commentary. Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. Revelation matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Revelation is a book that has been called everything from a hodgepodge of. Revelation 5 bible commentary on the book of revelation. The book of revelation is the only book in the bible, that i know of, that has a blessing associated with it for those who will read itnot once but twice. The book of revelation the new panorama bible study no.
With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. I do a lot of driving for my job, so that is why i have had the opportunity to listen so many times. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible software. Best commentaries and books on revelation logos bible. The book of revelation, also sometimes referred to as the apocalypse, contains both literal and figurative prophecies, and both literal and figurative events. Book of revelation apocalypse in the bible king james. Today, many people argue that the return of christ is a wordpicture for something else. David pawson suggests ten reasons as the rationale for revelation bible study. Your guide to understanding the end times through the eyes of the hebrew prophets rabbi k. If the measure of a classic commentary is wear and tear, then ladds commentary on revelation certainly qualifies for me. The throne, the lamb and the sealed book this article on revelation 4 and 5 is an excerpt from the book unveiling daniel and revelation by roy allan anderson. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible by matthew henry, the epistle to the hebrews by f. Relates to the things which are, that is, the then present state of the church, and contains the epistle of john to the seven churches, and his account of the appearance of the lord jesus, and his direction to the apostle to write what he beheld, revelation 1.
I am alpha and omega, saith the lord alpha is the first, omega the last letter in the greek alphabet. An index page with links to commentaries on the individual chapters of the book of revelation. The first blessing is in the first chapter of revelation in verse 3. A downtoearth guide to understanding the most mysterious book of the bible by tim lahaye and timothy parker jul 15, 2014 4. The book of revelation old and new testament bible. Revelation is apocalyptic, a kind of writing that is highly symbolic. A free bible version and commentary on the new testament book of revelation in easy english. God is showing the past, present, and the unfolding of future history. The commentary is linked to a free course providing an additional 70 hours of audio instruction. The revelation of jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servantsthings which must shortly take place. The image and superscription of this book are truly sacred and divine, and the matter of it agreeable with other prophetical books, particularly ezekiel and daniel.
John was the youngest disciple of the twelve disciples of jesus who became an apostle of the church. Pastors, students, and bible teachers will find in this series a commitment to accessibility without sacrificing serious scholarship. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant john, 2 who testifies to everything he saw. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of its intrinsic difficulty but because of the myriad interpretations that have grown up around the book.
Christ had already taught his disciples and daniel that revelation commentary. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of revelation. Biblical studiesnew testament commentariesrevelation wikibooks. Description garlands work is one of the best commentaries available on the book of the revelation. Come and join us on an exploration of the meaning of the book of revelation in this versebyverse commentary. That this book was written by the apostle and evangelist john, is clear not only from the express mention of his name, and from his office, a servant of jesus christ, revelation 1. Both the book of ezekiel and daniel prove to us that gods revelation, ultimately, is not bound to any place on earth. Top 5 commentaries on the book of revelation ligonier ministries. The book written within and without, and sealed with seven seals, revelation 5. Mounces commentary is brief because he does not spend the time searching for johns sources or worrying over potential parallels. The revelation is a factual, eye and ear witness report of what john saw and heard while in vision. Justin the martyr around 100 to 165 ac, irenaeus around 140 to 220 ac and the muratori canon end of 2 nd century confirm that the apostle john is the author.
Book of revelation commentary on the bible book of. Revelation with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The message of revelation capitol hill baptist church. The greek name of the bible book of revelation, apoka. Explore the challenging aspects of the book as well as the beautiful elements that invite us to worship god. The army of horsemen, and their description, revelation 9. The book of revelation, a prophecy of warning and hope. Revelation 5 bible commentary matthew henry concise. Though much evil is inflicted upon men for their idolatry, etc. Revelation understanding the bible commentary series. I am alpha and omega these are the words of christ himself, appearing at once, and confirming what john had said of him, concerning his person, offices, and future coming. The christian bible is divided into two major sections. In actuality, gods revelation to his prophets in exile was more intimate and in a sense more glorious. For example, they say that it means the growth of the church.
So, the divine author of revelation is jesus christ and the human author is the apostle john. While it might be tempting to try and identify this virus with one of those plagues, i believe there are a couple of reasons not to. Revelation 1 bible commentary on the book of revelation. The book of revelation in the bible is one of the more difficult books of the bible to understand. Best revelation commentaries updated for 2020 best. Aug, 2012 george ladd, a commentary on the revelation of john grand rapids, mich eerdmans, 1972. Read revelation commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Though it is filled with signs, the book of revelation is accessible to those who have an understanding of the first 65 books of the bible, and especially an. Revelation greek apokalupsis means an uncovering, an unveiling, or a disclosure. And i saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book. Other scholars add the wisdom of jesus the son of sirach or wisdom of ben son of sirach. This commentary is best for expository preachers, bible college and seminary students, church elders and teachers, and experienced bible readers.
From as early as justin martyr in the second century a. John mentions his name four times in the book revelation 1. This course is designed as an expository study of the book of revelation, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step away. If anyone adds anything to them, god will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. David aunes massive commentary on the book of revelation is another that should be consulted by every serious student of scripture. The repetition of these glorious titles is not a mere idle repetition, or designed to give a rhetorical fulness to the peroration of the book. It is the final revelation of god to mankind, and within its message, it completes the messages and prophecies of the past, and links it all into the events to unfold in the near future. Study the bible online using commentary on revelation and more. This page is an indepth bible study of the book of revelation based on the concordia commentary of revelation by dr.
Examine one of the most exciting and controversial books in the bible with dr. It is the authors conviction that an understanding of related passages elsewhere in the bible is the most important key to unlocking the bewildering variety of interpretations which often accompany the study of the last book of the bible. As the author of this commentary explains, the very first word of johns composition, revelation, is an essential clue for the interpreter of revelation. All the links listed above are not necessarily recommended by bible.
The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book. Apart from the book of revelation, john has written other bible books which are. Alpha is the first letter, and omega the last in the greek alphabet, and signifies that christ is the first and the last, as it is interpreted in revelation 1. So, is covid19 one of the seven plagues mentioned in revelation 1617.
Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. A verse by verse commentary on the bible book of revelation. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Appropriate for personal study and as a college and seminary text, this volume provides both indepth notes and layoriented exposition for use by scholars, students, pastors, and laypeople. Revelation 1 new international version niv prologue. Yet it is a tough nut to crack, not only because of. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of revelation. Is coronavirus one of the plagues in the book of revelation. A book sealed with seven seals, which could be opened by none but christ, who took the book to open it.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. We hope this dynamic commentary is a beneficial study tool in your devotion to the word of god. The book of revelation starts with this is a revelation from jesus christ, which god gave him to show his servants the events that must soon take place. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. Louis brighton and the online commentary the book of revelation. Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written in it.
Why should every believer read the book of revelation. And he sent and signified it by his angel to his servant john, who bore witness to the word of god, and to. The revelation to johnwith its vivid images and portraits of conflict leading up to the marriage supper of the lamb, the cosmic destruction of evil, and the formation of a new heaven and a new earthwas widely read, even as it was variously interpreted in the early church. You can find the best commentary on revelation for you using the tools on the right side. God reveals himself wherever he will and to whomever he will. Regarding the theology of revelation, cairds view is idealist in which the books symbolism applies to all time periods. You will search both the old and the new testaments for scripture always explains scripture. Verse by verse commentary on revelation precept austin. Book of revelation explained scripture by scripture. I cannot point to a single commentary with which i agree entirely. In the new testament, this word describes the unveiling of spiritual truth rom. The book of revelation provides some of the keenest insights in scripture concerning the big picture of work. Before beginning to go through the content of revelation, we recommend that you read through the introduction, overview, and hermeneutical sections to familiarize yourself with the framework concerning this incredible book of god.
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